How to make a Pointing Mortar Mix
Search on the internet for "builders merchants near me".
Purchase:
- Building Sand
- Lime Hydrate
- Cement
- Plasterciser
The ideal pointing mortar mix ratio is:
- 6 parts sand
- 1 part lime
- 1 part cement
For very small mixes - dispense teaspoon measured amounts into a polystyrene cup then add water and use a teaspoon to mix. Once mixed - add water or dry material as needed to gain desired consistency. Make a drier mix for a cleaner finish to minimise cement staining on the target area.
Tips: buy the 5kg bags of cement + use washing up liquid instead of plasterciser.
Tips: when mixing in a bucket add the water and plasterciser/washing-liquid first.
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